Termaine Hicks via Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 11:01 PM

I spent 19 years in prison for a crime I didn’t commit

I spent 19 years in prison for a crime I didn’t commit I am home today because of the Innocence Project’s fierce and relentless commitment to justice.   View in browser John — When my Innocence Project attorney Vanessa Potk…

See More from Termaine Hicks via Innocence Project

  Exoneree Advisory Council, Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 27, 2020 at 11:15 PM

Without you, we wouldn’t be here today

Without you, we wouldn’t be here today Everyone who’s supported the Innocence Project has directly contributed to our freedom.   View in browser John — As members of the Innocence Project’s Exoneree Advisory Council, we kno…

See More from Exoneree Advisory Council, Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 24, 2020 at 4:02 PM

We’re so grateful for this community

We’re so grateful for this community Happy holidays!   View in browser Because of your support,  11 clients  have been exonerated or freed in 2020. We’re so grat…

See More from Innocence Project

  Rebecca Brown, Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 22, 2020 at 7:04 PM

Police misconduct found in more than a third of exoneration cases since 1989

Police misconduct found in more than a third of exoneration cases since 1989 Next year, we’re planning to push forward policies that address police accountability and transparency.   View in browser John — This year, protes…

See More from Rebecca Brown, Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 20, 2020 at 6:05 PM

Some great gifts for the book lovers in your life

Some great gifts for the book lovers in your life The holidays are here, and we know some of you may be doing some last-minute shopping for loved ones.   View in browser John — The holidays are here, and we know some of you…

See More from Innocence Project

  Yusef Salaam via Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 19, 2020 at 6:36 PM

We must push leaders at every level to make meaningful policy reform

We must push leaders at every level to make meaningful policy reform When officials are rarely held accountable for their actions, how can we expect the system to change?   View in browser John — As someone who has experien…

See More from Yusef Salaam via Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 19, 2020 at 12:50 AM

BREAKING: Termaine Hicks was exonerated after 19 years of wrongful incarceration

BREAKING: Termaine Hicks was exonerated after 19 years of wrongful incarceration This is a story that everyone needs to know.   View in browser John — This week, after serving 19 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit…

See More from Innocence Project

  Christina Swarns, Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 10:05 PM

In my first 90 days

In my first 90 days I’m honored to help lead the Innocence Project into 2021.   View in browser John — In my first ninety days as Executive Director of the Innocence Project, I had the privilege of seeing our incredible tea…

See More from Christina Swarns, Innocence Project

  Christina Swarns, Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 7:38 PM

We have a system that is plagued with racial discrimination and bias from arrest to bail to sentencing

We have a system that is plagued with racial discrimination and bias from arrest to bail to sentencing The end of the year is an incredibly crucial time for us.   View in browser John — I became the Innocence Project’s new …

See More from Christina Swarns, Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 9, 2020 at 9:26 PM

Happy holidays: Here’s 15% off of all Innocence Project merch

Happy holidays: Here’s 15% off of all Innocence Project merch Tomorrow is your last chance — place your order to get your Innocence Project merch in time for the holidays.   View in browser This holiday season, give a gift that gives back.…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 5, 2020 at 12:16 AM

From the bottom of our hearts: Thank you

From the bottom of our hearts: Thank you Moments like this show us why this work matters.   View in browser John — Thanksgiving may be over but we still have so much to be thankful for — and that’s because of your support. …

See More from Innocence Project

  Michelle Feldman, Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 6:55 PM

These three people spent 59 years in prison for crimes they didn’t commit

These three people spent 59 years in prison for crimes they didn’t commit We have an exciting panel discussion happening today, and I wanted to make sure you heard about it.   View in browser John — We have an exciting pane…

See More from Michelle Feldman, Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 1:02 AM

One last thing

One last thing Fighting for the innocent in our criminal legal system is an uphill battle.   View in browser John — We wanted to send you a quick thank you before Giving Tuesday wraps up tonight. This community means every…

See More from Innocence Project

  Vanessa Potkin, Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 6:29 PM

Freeing our clients has become even more urgent

Freeing our clients has become even more urgent COVID-19 has dramatically changed the way we do this work.   View in browser John — Less than two weeks ago, I was thrilled to celebrate Jaythan Kendrick’s exoneration with hi…

See More from Vanessa Potkin, Innocence Project

  Robert DuBoise via Innocence Project · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 1:46 AM

I wouldn’t be here today without the Innocence Project

I wouldn’t be here today without the Innocence Project I know there are still more innocent people like me still behind bars.   View in browser John — Before Giving Tuesday tomorrow, I want to tell you why funding the Innoc…

See More from Robert DuBoise via Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 30, 2020 at 9:34 PM

Get 20% off Innocence Project Merch today only

Get 20% off Innocence Project Merch today only Celebrate the holidays in style.   View in browser It’s Cyber Monday!   And we wanted to show how thankful we are for this community ahead of the holidays. Use the code GRATITUDE to get  20% …

See More from Innocence Project

  Jaythan Kendrick via Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 29, 2020 at 7:43 PM

They had no physical evidence linking me to the crime, but that didn’t matter

They had no physical evidence linking me to the crime, but that didn’t matter On Giving Tuesday, I'm asking you to support the organization that fought for my freedom.   View in browser John — Before Giving Tuesday this wee…

See More from Jaythan Kendrick via Innocence Project

  Christina Swarns, Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 28, 2020 at 5:06 PM

It’s been amazing to witness the resiliency and hope of this staff and our clients

It’s been amazing to witness the resiliency and hope of this staff and our clients By supporting the Innocence Project on Giving Tuesday, you enable us to meet the urgency of this moment.   View in browser John — The COVID-…

See More from Christina Swarns, Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 27, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Jaythan, Rodney, Pervis and Clemente

Jaythan, Rodney, Pervis and Clemente What’s going on at the Innocence Project this month. View in browser Jaythan Kendrick, who was freed and exonerated after 25 years, celebrates after his hearing in Queens on Nov. 19, 20…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 25, 2020 at 10:20 PM

Will you send an uplifting note to Rodney Reed?

Will you send an uplifting note to Rodney Reed? Mail is just about the only way that Rodney has been able to communicate with his family lately.   View in browser John — For 22 years, Rodney Reed has been on death row in Te…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 23, 2020 at 11:20 PM

Three things we’re grateful for this year

Three things we’re grateful for this year The perseverance of our clients inspires us every day to keep moving forward.   View in browser This year has been tough for so many people, but the perseverance of our clients inspires us every da…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 19, 2020 at 11:58 PM

BREAKING: Jaythan Kendrick is exonerated after 25 years of wrongful incarceration

BREAKING: Jaythan Kendrick is exonerated after 25 years of wrongful incarceration Jaythan endured an unimaginable injustice for over 25 years.   View in browser John — Jaythan Kendrick was arrested for the murder of a 70-ye…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 18, 2020 at 11:23 PM

Rodney Reed would love to hear from you

Rodney Reed would love to hear from you Mail is just about the only way that Rodney has been able to communicate with his family lately.   View in browser John — Rodney Reed has been on death row for more than 22 years for …

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 16, 2020 at 4:03 PM

Rodney Reed urges supporters to “keep getting the word out about my case”

Rodney Reed urges supporters to “keep getting the word out about my case” Rodney has been unable to receive visits from his lawyers or family members for months now.   View in browser John — A year ago yesterday, the Texas …

See More from Innocence Project

  Nina Morrison, Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 12, 2020 at 8:57 PM

Ken Anderson deliberately withheld evidence that led to a wrongful conviction

Ken Anderson deliberately withheld evidence that led to a wrongful conviction Only 4% of prosecutors involved in wrongful conviction cases that ended in an exoneration faced any kind of personal or professional discipline.   View in browser …

See More from Nina Morrison, Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 10, 2020 at 11:53 PM

Clemente was denied compensation after spending 14 years wrongly incarcerated

Clemente was denied compensation after spending 14 years wrongly incarcerated Clemente has not received any compensation from the state of Florida for the years he spent wrongfully incarcerated but he’s not giving up the fight.   View in browser …

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 8, 2020 at 5:15 PM

Pervis Payne has been granted a temporary reprieve of his execution

Pervis Payne has been granted a temporary reprieve of his execution Pervis, who has an intellectual disability, has been on death row in Tennessee for nearly 32 years.   View in browser John — We got huge news on Friday: Te…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 5, 2020 at 8:32 PM

Ron Jacobsen is finally home!

Ron Jacobsen is finally home! Thanks to the efforts of this community, Ron is free to continue to fight for justice outside of prison.   View in browser John — For the last 30 years, Ron Jacobsen has been incarcerated for a…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 4:04 PM

“Now more than ever, I realize the importance of voting”

“Now more than ever, I realize the importance of voting” In 1991, when he was just 21 years old, Fernando Bermudez was arrested.   View in browser John — Today is Election Day, so we thought we’d share a hopeful story about…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 3:01 PM

This will only take two seconds

This will only take two seconds Would you take a minute to cast a vote for the Innocence Project before the deadline tonight?   View in browser John — We’re going to keep it short.  Right now, we’re in the running for CRED…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 30, 2020 at 8:53 PM

Ron, Robert, Clemente, and Rosa

Ron, Robert, Clemente, and Rosa What’s going on at the Innocence Project this month. View in browser Ron Jacobsen in his youth. (Image: Courtesy of the Jacobsen family.) Help Free Ron Jacobs…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 29, 2020 at 6:08 PM

Can you help Ron Jacobsen?

Can you help Ron Jacobsen? Ron Jacobsen has spent over 30 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit.   View in browser John — Ron Jacobsen has spent over 30 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit.  In 1990, Ron wa…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 28, 2020 at 9:55 PM

Will this be Rosa’s last birthday behind bars?

Will this be Rosa’s last birthday behind bars? Even though a judge overturned her conviction exactly one year ago, Rosa is still in prison.   View in browser John — Rosa Jimenez has spent her last 17 birthdays behind bars, …

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 27, 2020 at 11:49 PM

Exoneree Robert DuBoise just voted for the first time

Exoneree Robert DuBoise just voted for the first time When Robert DuBoise first got out of prison, his priorities were to “get my driver’s license and register to vote.”   View in browser John — On the morning of Oct. 19, R…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 23, 2020 at 11:27 PM

DNA evidence proved Ron Jacobsen’s innocence - but he’s still behind bars

DNA evidence proved Ron Jacobsen’s innocence - but he’s still behind bars After spending 30 years in prison, Ron’s conviction was overturned based on DNA evidence.   View in browser John — In the winter of 1990, Ron Jacobse…

See More from Innocence Project

  Tony Goldwyn via Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 21, 2020 at 8:08 PM

I can’t wait to see you tonight

I can’t wait to see you tonight This event is free — just show up from your couch!   View in browser John — I’m so excited to be joining the Innocence Project team tonight for their virtual event, A Call to Justice. Each f…

See More from Tony Goldwyn via Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 17, 2020 at 4:01 PM

“If I was not an immigrant...”

“If I was not an immigrant...” A language barrier can be a huge obstacle for Latinx immigrants and citizens when they come into contact with law enforcement.   View in browser John — Latinx Heritage Month ended this week, b…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 13, 2020 at 11:00 PM

We want to see you on Oct. 21

We want to see you on Oct. 21 Join us for important conversations on our fight for the innocent and our work to bring about systemic change.   View in browser John — For years, we’ve hosted a big event for Innocence Project…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 7, 2020 at 10:00 PM

We’re in second place right now

We’re in second place right now This funding would go a long way in the fight for the innocent.   View in browser John — Every month, CREDO Mobile donates $150,000 to progressive nonprofits working to make a positive differ…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 2, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Today is International Wrongful Conviction Day

Today is International Wrongful Conviction Day Today, we examine the causes and remedies of wrongful conviction.   View in browser John — Today is International Wrongful Conviction Day — a day to examine the causes and reme…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

October 1, 2020 at 11:54 PM

Robert DuBoise was in prison for 37 years - let’s help him rebuild his life

Robert DuBoise was in prison for 37 years - let’s help him rebuild his life “I can never regain the birthdays, holidays, and precious time I lost.”   View in browser John — Robert DuBoise was exonerated on Sept. 14, after s…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 30, 2020 at 10:22 PM

Four things you need to know before October begins

Four things you need to know before October begins What’s going on at the Innocence Project this month. View in browser Pervis Payne in Riverbend Maximum Security institution in Tennessee. Photo courtesy of PervisPayne.Org…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Fuel up to fight for the innocent!

Fuel up to fight for the innocent! Happy International Coffee Day!   View in browser Happy International Coffee Day! We want to help you celebrate. Today and tomorrow only, use…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 11:17 PM

We want everyone to join us for this

We want everyone to join us for this We are holding our Fall Benefit entirely online — and you’re invited.   View in browser John — Every fall, we host a big event for long-time Innocence Project supporters. Obviously, thin…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 11:19 PM

Breonna Taylor

Breonna Taylor Two days ago, a grand jury failed to hold police officers accountable for Breonna Taylor’s death in Louisville, Kentucky.   View in browser John — Two days ago, a grand jury failed to hold police officers accountable for th…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 11:15 PM

Tonight, we’re cheering on Archie Williams

Tonight, we’re cheering on Archie Williams In this era of mass incarceration, far too many people like Archie remain imprisoned.   View in browser John — Archie Williams will be living out a dream tonight. The former Innoce…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 12:54 AM

It was a tragic day in our nation’s history

It was a tragic day in our nation’s history Unfortunately, cases like Troy’s are not unique in our country.   View in browser John — Nine years ago today, the state of Georgia executed Troy Davis in the face of mounting evi…

See More from Innocence Project

  Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 9:26 PM

We lost an icon yesterday

We lost an icon yesterday Justice Ginsburg’s unwavering commitment to justice will perpetually inspire us to pursue freedom for the staggering number of innocent people.   View in browser John — Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg …

See More from Innocence Project

  Rolanda Holman via Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 10:11 PM

I’ve celebrated 33 birthdays without my brother

I’ve celebrated 33 birthdays without my brother I don’t think people really realize the effect that a wrongful conviction has on the family of the wrongfully convicted.   View in browser John — My brother Pervis has missed …

See More from Rolanda Holman via Innocence Project

  Vanessa Potkin, Innocence Project · [email protected]

September 16, 2020 at 11:34 PM

Breaking: Judge orders DNA testing in Pervis Payne’s case

Breaking: Judge orders DNA testing in Pervis Payne’s case This is huge news.   View in browser John — We just got some important news: The Shelby County Criminal Court ordered DNA testing of the crime scene evidence in Perv…

See More from Vanessa Potkin, Innocence Project